The nameYoussouf
Youssouf is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, the African and Arabic form of Joseph. It means "God will add".
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
- Feast day
Meaning
Youssouf comes from the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add", through the Arabic Yusuf.
Origin
Hebrew, through Arabic. It is very common in West Africa.
History
The name is given steadily in France and has reached its highest level there in recent years. Boys named Youssouf celebrate their name day on Saint Joseph's feast.
Popularity of the name Youssouf
Youssouf in France
Youssouf was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,655 births over the decade, 36% of all recorded babies named Youssouf. Its rise began around 1986, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Youssouf in France were born before 2015, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 246 births a year on average, against 207 in the five years before.
Youssouf in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Youssouf mean?
Youssouf comes from the Hebrew Yosef, "God will add", through the Arabic Yusuf.
What is the origin of the name Youssouf?
Hebrew, through Arabic. It is very common in West Africa.
Is Youssouf a girl's or a boy's name?
Youssouf is a boy's name.